Why are some t shirts thicker?
Heavyweight t-shirts are typically just sewn together with a heavier cotton, which is what gives them the added weight.
What is a heavyweight tee?
Heavyweight tees are just that and made from thicker fabric of a higher GSM. They keep you a bit snugger when the temperatures dip and are also more durable overall. A factor to bear in mind with heavyweight tees is that while you want to feel snug you don’t want to compromise on breathability.
What GSM is a thick T-shirt?
Fabric weight is in almost all cases is a definition of the thickness of the garment itself. If you want a heavy t-shirt then a 180-200gsm item is generally at the very top end of a t-shirt weight, but if you want a nice lightweight summer t-shirt a 130-150 is also great.
What GSM is a good quality T-shirt?
A good T-shirt can range from 160-180 GSM, whereas a collared T-shirt ranges from 180-200 GSM. One cannot judge the quality of the T-shirt with GSM alone.
How do I know if my T-shirt is GSM?
GSM is short for grams per square meter….GSM: Fabric Quality Metric.
| Clothing Wear | GSM | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Plain T-shirt | 180 GSM | Suitable for SummerWear and as inner wear during winters. |
| Printed T-shirt | 180 GSM | Suitable for SummerWear and as inner wear during winters. |
| Premium Polos | 240 GSM | Suitable for Office Wear and Party Wear during summers. |
What is a good T-shirt weight?
An average T-shirt weighs between 3oz (85grams) and 7oz (198.5g). The weight depends upon the fabric blend, weight, thickness, amount of fabric used for different sizes, and even the age range and gender for which it’s made. So, an adult small can range from 3.5oz to 4.5oz and a 2XL 5.5oz to 6.1oz or more.
What GSM should at shirt Be?
A good T-shirt can range from 160-180 GSM, whereas a collared T-shirt ranges from 180-200 GSM.
Is 220 GSM good?
The higher the GSM number, the denser the fabric will be. For example, if the label on a linen shirt reads 180-200 GSM, the shirt material would be thick and would probably keep one warm. On warmer days, the best pick would be a shirt that is 130-150 GSM which is bound to be airy and flimsy.
Is 180 GSM Tshirt good?